While wire might not be an exciting material to work with artistically, when paired with the image of equally mundane everyday objects, something magical happens and both are turned into intriguing wire sculptures. Playful and entertaining, the wire sculptures range from sneakers to coffee makers and even a hand reaching over for a bottle of Heineken.
The fact that the artist behind these fun wire sculptures interacts with them makes them even more interesting. The mastermind behind them, French designer and illustrator Mickael Delalande, states, "In the beginning, wire sculpting was the means to escape everyday life but now I’m addicted to this activity." As to why he works with wire specifically, he says, "It’s easy to model with without expensive tools and it’s interesting to find the good way to lace it with the less cuts as possible."
Everyday Wire Sculptures
Artist Mickael Delalande Recreates Silhouettes of Mundane Objects
Trend Themes
1. Wire Sculptures - The trend of creating wire sculptures of everyday objects is an opportunity for artists to transform mundane items into intriguing and playful art pieces.
2. Interactive Art - The trend of artists interacting with their wire sculptures presents an opportunity for immersive and engaging art experiences.
3. Accessible Art - The trend of using wire as a sculpting material because of its affordability and ease of use creates an opportunity for aspiring artists to explore sculpture without expensive tools.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Design - The art and design industry can capitalize on the trend of wire sculptures by supporting artists in creating and exhibiting these unique and innovative art forms.
2. Retail - The retail industry can explore the trend of wire sculptures by partnering with artists to create wire sculptures of popular everyday objects to sell as decorative items.
3. Education - The education industry can incorporate the trend of wire sculptures into art curriculum to encourage students to explore unconventional materials and techniques in their artwork.